Peter Yarrow, legendary Peter, Paul and Mary singer, dead at 86

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Peter, Paul and Mary, has died. He was 86.Yarrow passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 7, after a four-year battle with bladder cancer, his publicist confirmed to the Guardian.His daughter Bethany said in a statement, “Our fearless dragon is tired and has entered the last chapter of his magnificent life.

The world knows Peter Yarrow the iconic folk activist, but the human being behind the legend is every bit as generous, creative, passionate, playful, and wise as his lyrics suggest.”The Post has reached out to Yarrow’s rep.Before his death, Yarrow’s kids set up a “living tribute” website for the famous musician.

They asked fans and friends to submit messages, photos or videos in Yarrow’s honor.The website also includes updates from Yarrow’s family that they were sharing before he passed away.

The latest message was shared by Bethany on Jan. 3 about the family celebrating Hanukkah together.“Peter is very weak physically, but his spirit is strong and his light is growing brighter every day,” Bethany also said. “We won’t let the light go out!